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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1956-02-16; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION February 16, 1956 The meeting was called to order at 7:45 P.M. by Chairman Westree, Present besides the Chairman were Commissioners Christiansen, Stuart, Huntington, Felt, Nielson and McClellanj also City Manager Nelson, The minutes of the meeting of January 19, 1956 were reviewed and, after discussion of several points, were approved as written. Secretary read correspondence as follows: (1) letter from the Arroy Seco Golf Course, Pasadena, California, dated February 13, 1956, discussing the possibility of a golf course in the City to be constructed and operated without obligation or expense to the City. After discussion, Commissioners Huntington and McClellan were appointed to look into the matter to see if the Commission should explore the idea further. Chairman Westree presented a bill, in the amount of $5.00, for plants purchased from the Pioneer Nursery and also called attention to the fact that the trees for the Park had been secured at a total price of $214.00 which is $14.,00 in excess of the amount previously authorized by the Commission, Authorization for these transactions was requested, Comm, McClellan moved the approval of the $5,00 bill and the additional expenditure of $14,00 over and above the last authorization. Seconded by Comm, Felt, All ayes. Motion carried. Chairman Westree presented a request for tree trimming on a large Pepper tree located on the K. Baird property at 2777 Jefferson Street, He informed the Commission that, after inspection, it was his recommendation that the trimming be authorized as the branches extend into the street and create a menace to traffic. The owner has indicated his willingness to furnish some labor for the trimming. By common consent, the Commission authorized this trimming and Chairman Westree and Comm. Stuart volunteered to accompany the Public Works Director to point out the branches to be trimmed. The committee assignments were reviewed and it was decided that the various duties of the Commission should be equally delegated to members in order that each may be an important part of the group and be informed on the Commission's activities. Chairman Westree read a postcard from Edward Gastelum, 1098 Magnolia, pointing out the disadvantages of the Cocas Plumosa as a replacement tree for Elm Avenue and suggesting the Seaforthia Elegance, It was pointed out that this tree is not a Sturdy, type and will not stand the winds and for that reason would not be a desirable choice. Chairman Westree presented a card from Mrs. Rose M. Howe, San Diego, offering for sale to the City, two Palm Trees on her property, Comm. Stuart moved that this letter be acknowledged and thank her for her trouble and inform her that the trees have already been purchased. Seconded by Comm. Christiansen, All ayes. Motion carried. Chairman Westree presented a list of the proposed spacing arrangement for the trees on Elm Avenue as follows: Roosevelt to Madison, 8, Madison to Jefferson, 8, Jefferson to Harding 10, Harding to Freeway, 14, a total of 40 trees, to be spaced approximately 50 to 60 feet apart. After discussion, Commissioners Felt and Stuart were instructed to contact possible sources of supply and obtain estimates on the purchase of these trees, It was brought to the Commission's attention that the planter boxes at either end of the Parking Lot in the downtown area have not been planted. After reviewing the letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting that these planl/ be filled with dirt and be planted by the Garden Club, Comm. McGlellan moved that a letter be written to the Chamber of Commerce requesting that they contact the Garden Club. Seconded by Comm. Felt. All ayes. Motion carried, Comm. Huntington reported that members of the Teen-Age Club, which is being formed at the Pine Street School, have decided to appeal to the parents to organize and sponsor the Club and will, therefore, not require the Commission's participation. Chairman lestree announced receipt of a letter from the Woman's Club commending the Commission on its efforts to beautify the Park, The letter will be reviewed at the next meeting, Chairman Westree informed the Commission that the Woman's Club have indicated their approval of the proposed location of the rest-rooms and will offer no opposition to the tentative map. After discussion, Comm, Christiansen moved that the tentative map of Holiday Park, showing the various locations of the areas in the Park, including the tool room and rest-rooms, be prepared and forwarded to the City Council with the recommendation from this Commission, that is be accepted and the work on the buildings go forward as soon as possible. Seconded by Comm, Huntington, All ayes. Motion carried, Gomm. Stuart presented a .dan for a set of tables and benches which she obtained from the S^ate Park, San Clemente, Members of the Commission examined the plans and indicated their approval. After discussion, Comm, Stuart moved that the Commission take competative bids from Cole C'abinet Shop and R. L. Watson, on a set of table and benches of this type to be placed in the Park and that a list of materials and prices be made available so that local organizations may subscribe a table for the Park. Seconded by Comm, Nielson, All ayes. Motion carried, Comm. McClellan moved that a letter of appreciation be written to the Boy Scouts for their efforts in removing the remaining Avocado trees in the Park. Seconded by Comra. Huntington. All ayes. Motion carried, Chairman Vfestree informed the Commission of Mr. Leo Carillo's generous donation of a Dawn Redwood Tree for the Park. A letter of appreciation will be forwarded. Discussion was held on the adoption of rules for the Park. Comm, Huntington volunteered to obtain a copy of State Park rules and regulations. After discussion on the preparation of a new tree map, Comm, Christiansen offered the suggestion that each member survey a specific area of the City and make notations regarding pruning. Members of the Commission indicated their approval of such a plan and the various areas were outlined on a map and sections distributed to each member of the Commission, A discussion on the beaches was scheduled for the next regular meeting of the Commission and Commissioner Christiansen was instructed to contact the State Park Representatives Mr, Kenyon and Mr, Miramontes to extend an invitation that they attend this meeting to outline the State's plans for the coming season, Mr. Kenyon will also be requested to submit a list of State Park rules for the Commission's study, There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 10:16 P.M.